The Children's Museum of Indianapolis · 7 hours ago
StarPoint Summer Camp Education Intern (Full-Time) - Summer 2026
Indianapolis, IN
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerThe Children's Museum of Indianapolis is seeking a Summer Camp Education Intern to assist in their StarPoint Summer Camp program. The intern will develop and facilitate lessons, assist with camp preparation, and engage with campers while providing an extraordinary learning experience.
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Responsibilities
Develop and facilitate three unique cabin lessons based on weekly themes and StarPoint goals
Plan an engaging activity for campers to complete during the StarPoint Open House for campers and their families
Assist with camp preparation, such as making classroom decorations, organizing supplies, and prepping lesson materials
Lead purposeful exhibit visits weekly for assigned cabins
Facilitate camp projects as assigned, such as the Kindness Project, where campers are given project-based opportunities to express gratitude
Serve as the assistant teacher to the lead teacher in one of the three cabins (rising 1st & 2nd graders, 3rd & 4th graders, and 5th & 6th graders) for StarPoint Summer Camp and Kids Science Camp with daily camp lessons, activities, exhibit visits, library visits, field trips, and classroom management
Assist with evaluation efforts for StarPoint, such as transcribing camper work
Serve as a chaperone for camp field trips
Capture meaningful moments during camp using museum cameras
Assist with building an extraordinary learning experience for each StarPoint camper by serving as a positive role model
Contribute to an intern manual that will be referenced by future StarPoint Summer Camp Education Interns
Follow all museum health and safety guidelines and maintain proper cleaning protocols
Assist with other department projects and or events as needed
Qualification
Required
Be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree
Have experience working with elementary-age children
Have an academic background or experience in an educational, classroom, or museum setting
Have strong oral and written communication skills
Possess experience in providing exceptional customer service
Demonstrate excellent organizational and research skills
Have the ability to multitask
Exhibit professional behavior and a responsible work ethic
Have web research skills and a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Canva
Must be available for the full duration of the internship (May 8 – August 7). Full-time availability is required during the core camp period (May 8 – July 31); hours may vary outside of those dates
Must be available for some nights and weekends
Must be able to observe children, monitor appropriate behavior, facilitate activities, create schedules, and lead instructional programs
Must be able to communicate extensively with children and staff
Must be able to hear children's voices and assist youth in emergencies
Must be able to create and prepare program materials for distribution to groups of youth
Must be able to lift to 25 lbs (can be accommodated if needed)
Must be able to move at a child's pace and stand, kneel, or sit for extended periods of time
Preferred
Preference will be given to juniors, seniors, or graduating seniors entering the workforce
Company
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is extraordinary—always! Through its world-class exhibits, the museum strives to excite and encourage family learning and curiosity by providing limitless opportunities to create memories and foster a sense of discovery.
Founded in 1925
201-500 employees
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President & CEO
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CFO
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